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BTS members enlist in military service, fans await reunion

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©REUTERS/Maria Alejandra Cardona Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Are you familiar with the K-pop group BTS? Do you know about mandatory military service in different countries? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 required /ruh-KWAI-uhd/ [adjective] – necessary according to the rules or for a particular purpose The completion of the form is required before the deadline. duty /DOO-tee/ [noun] – something that you have to do because it is part of your job, or something that you feel is the right thing to do It’s his duty to take care of his younger siblings…
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BTS members enlist in military service, fans await reunion

BTS

©REUTERS/Maria Alejandra Cardona Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about K-pop and its influence in the music industry? What do you know about mandatory military service in different countries? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. gather /GATH-er/ [verb] – (of people or animals) to come together in a group The neighbors gather for barbecues. express /ik-SPRES/ [verb] – to show a feeling or idea by what you say or do or by how you look She expressed her gratitude sincerely. threat /thret/ [noun] – the possibility that something unwanted will happen, or a…
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BTS members enlist in military service, fans await reunion

BTS

©REUTERS/Maria Alejandra Cardona Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. eventual /ih-VEN-choo-uhl/ [adjective] – happening or existing at a later time or at the end, especially after a lot of effort, problems, etc. The eventual success of the project relied on the team’s dedication and perseverance through numerous challenges. bid /bid/ [verb] – to say goodbye or to express farewell After the graduation ceremony, friends gathered to bid farewell to their classmates before they departed for different colleges. convey /kuhn-VEY/ [verb] – to express a thought, feeling, or idea so that it is understood by other people She used gestures to convey her…
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Ohtani secures second consecutive American League MVP award unanimously

Ohtani Shohei

©Nikkei Asia Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Is baseball the most popular sport in your country? Have you ever played or watched baseball? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 valuable /VAL-yoo-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – something that is of great worth, importance, or usefulness The ancient artifacts found in the archaeological site were considered highly valuable due to their historical significance. season /SEE-zuhn/ [noun] – the period of the year during which a particular sport is played The football season in Europe typically runs from late summer to early spring, captivating millions of fans across the…
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Ohtani secures second consecutive American League MVP award unanimously

Ohtani Shohei

©Nikkei Asia Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. legendary /LEJ-uhn-der-ee/ [adjective] – very famous and admired or spoken about The legendary musician’s concerts always sold out within minutes due to his immense talent and iconic status. subsequent /SUHB-si-kwuhnt/ [adjective] – happening after something else After the heavy rainfall, a subsequent flood submerged the lower-lying areas. convey /kuhn-VEY/ [verb] – to express a thought, feeling, or idea so that it is understood by other people His artwork conveys profound emotions through vibrant colors and bold strokes. commence /kuh-MENS/ [verb] – to begin something The orchestra will commence its performance at seven o’clock sharp….
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Ohtani secures second consecutive American League MVP award unanimously

Ohtani Shohei

©Nikkei Asia Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Is baseball the most popular sport in your country? Why or why not? Who are your favorite athletes, and what makes them your favorites? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. aspect /AS-pekt/ [noun] – one part of a situation, problem, subject, etc. The cultural aspect of the city’s diversity is evident in its various festivals and celebrations throughout the year. compare /kuhm-PAIR/ [verb] – to examine the similarities and differences between two or more things The teacher asked the students to compare and contrast the themes of two classic…
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Woman surfer makes history with record-breaking wave ride

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©World Surf League Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. feat /feet/ [noun] – something difficult needing a lot of skill, strength, courage, etc. to achieve it Scaling Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen is considered a remarkable feat of endurance and mountaineering skill. renowned /ri-NOUND/ [adjective] – famous for something The renowned artist’s paintings were displayed in galleries around the world. venture /VEN-cher/ [verb] – to risk going somewhere or doing something that might be dangerous or unpleasant, or to risk saying something that might be criticized Despite the potential risks, he decided to venture into uncharted territory. acknowledge /ak-NOL-ij/ [verb] – to…
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